Serving 2,557 students in grades 8-12, Stephen F Austin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen F Austin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Stephen F Austin High School's student population of 2,557 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stephen F Austin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen F Austin High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1869 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
49%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen F Austin High School's ranking?
Stephen F Austin High School is ranked #1869 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stephen F Austin High School often compared to?
Stephen F Austin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William B Travis High School, Clements High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stephen F Austin High School?
The graduation rate of Stephen F Austin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stephen F Austin High School?
2,557 students attend Stephen F Austin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Stephen F Austin High School students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephen F Austin High School?
Stephen F Austin High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephen F Austin High School offer ?
Stephen F Austin High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Stephen F Austin High School part of?
Stephen F Austin High School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Stephen F Austin High School located?
Stephen F Austin High School is located in the Pecan Meadow Estates neighborhood of Sugar Land, TX.
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